Teacher Assistant – Pre-K and below Position Available In Orange, Florida

Tallo's Job Summary: The Teacher Assistant position at UCP of Central Florida involves assisting the Teacher/LTA in an Early Childhood classroom, working with 9-18 students from Infants to PreK. Responsibilities include implementing lesson plans, setting up instructional materials, administering assessments, and maintaining positive interactions with staff and parents. This role requires a G.E.D. or High School Diploma and completion of DCF 45 hour Training within 90 days of hire, with preference for at least 1 year of classroom experience and experience working with students with disabilities. UCP offers a competitive benefit package for all employees, including health insurance, dental insurance options, paid time off, and more.

Company:
United Cerebral Palsy Of Central Florida
Salary:
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Teacher Assistant – Pre-K and below 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars 4680 Lake Underhill Road, Orlando, FL 32807 Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.

Job Summary:

The Teacher Assistant assists the Teacher/LTA in an Early Childhood classroom of 9-18 early childhood (Infants – PreK) students with and without disabilities.

Job Responsibilities:

Implements lessons plan including instructional groups per teacher’s direction. Assists in planning and developing/setting up instructional materials for classroom. Assist in administering assessments/progress monitoring. Works with the teacher in documenting academic progress through authentic observations and data collection. Utilize and ensure consistent implementation of behavior techniques and classroom management techniques and data collection. Perform lead teacher assistant duties in his/her absence. Keep up on best and promising practices for education (i.e., attending professional development, participating in book studies, etc.) Provide caretaking/housekeeping duties as needed (i.e., changing of students, keeping classroom clean) Maintain positive staff and parent interactions and communication. Attend required trainings, meetings and events. Ensure administration is informed of all parent and individual student concerns and complaints. Ensure compliance with procedures, requirements and guidelines set forth by UCP, HIPAA, NAEYC, Department of Education, 4C, Department of Children and Families, and other State and Federal agencies. Perform other duties as assigned. What UCP Offers Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 60 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden. UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.

Education and Training:

G.E.D. or High School Diploma DCF 45 hour Training complete within 90 days of hire

CRP/First Aid Training Minimum Experience:

Prefer at least 1 year experience working with children preferably in a classroom setting. Prefer experience working with students with disabilities

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